Feijão Verde com Nata e Carne Seca
Green Beans with Clotted Cream and Dried Beef
Yes, keto as served. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A rustic and flavorful Northeastern Brazilian dish. Fresh green beans (the vegetable, not legumes) are cooked with 'nata' (clotted cream) or heavy cream and shredded, pan-fried cured beef (carne seca). It's a rich and hearty side dish or light main.
Key ingredients
Feijão verde (green beans), shredded carne seca (dried beef), nata (clotted cream) or heavy cream, butter, onions, garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, cilantro.
Optional tweaks
Naturally keto-friendly. Ensure no corn or other high-carb vegetables are added. Confirm only cream and not milk is used if making with liquid dairy.
Watch out for
Green beans have moderate carbs; ensure portion size is appropriate. Check for any hidden starches or sugars if pre-made mixes are used (unlikely for this dish).
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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